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Our library for blind and partially sighted adults
Our postal library for blind and visually impaired adults is free to join for blind and partially sighted adults in the UK.
Each item in our library for blind adults contains a selection of tactile images curated on a theme, accompanied by atmospheric audio tracks read by a host of famous names that guide fingers over the raised pictures and help build an image in the minds eye.
Whether it’s history, art, the natural world or architecture – our free library of tactile-audio experiences for blind adults brings the subject to life through touch and sound.
Blindness can be very lonely and isolating, but the Living Paintings albums always feels like having an old friend come to visit. It is nice to hear the voices on the recordings, they are friendly, familiar and informative.Living Paintings member
I loved the Fashion Now collection. I grew up in the 70’s and 80’s. What an amazing trip downLiving Paintings member
memory lane! I was that girl wearing the bib and brace hot pants with platform knee high
boots…and the poodle perm! Thank you for bringing the memories flooding back.
Thanks to Living Paintings my life has been more interesting and pleasurable, and my confidence has improved since using their Touch to See books. They give me the urge to go further and to learn more about what is out there.Living Paintings member
Touch to See Book Clubs
For community groups, we have over 40 tactile-audio experiences designed to be enjoyed as a group. Our Touch to See Book Clubs bring people together, create new friendships and reduce isolation.
There are Touch to See Book Clubs all over the UK meeting regularly – and sighted people are welcome to join too, creating a truly inclusive environment to connect with others.
Contact our library team at library@livingpaintings.org or on 01635 299 771 to find your nearest Touch to See Book Club.
Start your own Touch to See Book Club
If you’d like to set up a Touch to See Book Club in your local area, we can give you all the support you need to make it a success. Contact our library team at library@livingpaintings.org or on 01635 299 771 to start bringing the visual world to life for blind and partially sighted people in your community.